How To Fix RMST1605 - Output layout is write-protected and must not be deleted

RMST1605 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMST1 - RMS-TLS: Messages

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Output layout is write-protected and must not be deleted

What causes this issue?

This layout is a standard SAP layout. You are not allowed to delete it.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMST1605 - Output layout is write-protected and must not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message RMST1605, which states "Output layout is write-protected and must not be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify an output layout that is currently set as write-protected. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in the context of output management for documents like invoices, purchase orders, or other transactional outputs.
  
  Cause:
  
  Write Protection: The output layout you are trying to delete or modify is marked as write-protected. This is often done to prevent accidental changes to standard layouts or layouts that are in use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to modify or delete the output layout.
  System Configuration: The output layout may be part of a configuration that is locked or restricted due to system settings or transport requests.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Write Protection:
  
  Go to the output layout configuration (transaction code SMARTFORMS for Smart Forms or SE78 for SAPscript).
  Verify if the layout is indeed